Curried Shrimp on a Sweet Potato

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   Preheat the oven to 425F.

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   Use a fork or sharp knife to prick the sweet potato in several places.

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   Place on a piece of aluminum foil and bake until the sweet potato is tender and can be easily squeezed, 40 to 60 minutes.

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   (Alternatively, to speed up the process, the pricked sweet potato can be microwaved on High for 1 minute, then carefully transferred to the oven on a piece of foil.

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   Bake until the potato is tender, 25 to 35 minutes.)

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   Meanwhile, heat the oil in a small heavy skillet over medium heat.

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   When the oil shimmers, toss in the ginger and saute until it becomes very fragrant and starts to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.

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   Add the bell pepper and cook just until the strips lose their crunch, 2 to 4 minutes.

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   Decrease the heat to medium-low and add the curry paste and coconut milk, stirring to thoroughly combine.

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    Add the shrimp and stir to incorporate.

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    Cook just until the shrimp are firm and opaque, 1 to 2 minutes.

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    Season with salt to taste; remove from the heat.

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    When the sweet potato has finished baking, place it on a serving plate.

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    Slash it open with a sharp knife.

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    Spoon on the shrimp mixture, sprinkle with the cilantro, and eat

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.